Burlesque performers show off in London

The art form has come a long way since Victorian times.

May 14, 2013 10:26 AM

Photo: Warrick Page/Getty Images

Image 1of/36

Caption

Close

Image 1 of 36

A burlesque performer poses for a photo at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque performer poses for a photo at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

A burlesque performer poses for a photo at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624411.62335 - Times Union

Image 2 of 36

A burlesque artist performs her routine at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque artist performs her routine at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

A burlesque artist performs her routine at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624405.62335 - Times Union

Image 3 of 36

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624394.62335 - Times Union

Image 4 of 36

Burlesque performers prepare to go on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare to go on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Burlesque performers prepare to go on stage at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624407.62335 - Times Union

Image 5 of 36

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624387.62335 - Times Union

Image 6 of 36

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624402.62335 - Times Union

Image 7 of 36

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624401.62335 - Times Union

Image 8 of 36

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624383.62335 - Times Union

Image 9 of 36

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624385.62335 - Times Union

Image 10 of 36

A burlesque artist displays a necklace bearing her stage-name at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque artist displays a necklace bearing her stage-name at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of ... more

A burlesque artist glues sequins on her underwear at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque artist glues sequins on her underwear at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

A burlesque artist glues sequins on her underwear at the London... Photo-4624406.62335 - Times Union

Image 12 of 36

A burlesque artist performs her routine at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque artist performs her routine at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

A burlesque artist performs her routine at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624403.62335 - Times Union

Image 13 of 36

A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624377.62335 - Times Union

Image 14 of 36

A burlesque performer stands at the bar in her underwear during intermission at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque performer stands at the bar in her underwear during intermission at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

A burlesque performer stands at the bar in her underwear during... Photo-4624392.62335 - Times Union

Image 15 of 36

A burlesque performer walks between buildings backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque performer walks between buildings backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

A burlesque performer walks between buildings backstage at the... Photo-4624388.62335 - Times Union

Image 16 of 36

A burlesque performer walks between buildings backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque performer walks between buildings backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

A burlesque performer walks between buildings backstage at the... Photo-4624395.62335 - Times Union

Image 17 of 36

A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624370.62335 - Times Union

Image 18 of 36

Audience members react at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Audience members react at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Audience members react at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11,... Photo-4624397.62335 - Times Union

Image 19 of 36

Burlesque artists perform on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque artists perform on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Burlesque artists perform on stage at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624376.62335 - Times Union

Image 20 of 36

A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624384.62335 - Times Union

Image 21 of 36

A burlesque performer walks between buildings backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque performer walks between buildings backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

A burlesque performer walks between buildings backstage at the... Photo-4624389.62335 - Times Union

Image 22 of 36

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624398.62335 - Times Union

Image 23 of 36

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624378.62335 - Times Union

Image 24 of 36

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624374.62335 - Times Union

Image 25 of 36

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624371.62335 - Times Union

Image 26 of 36

A burlesque performer drinks a flute of champagne while rehearsing her routine before going on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque performer drinks a flute of champagne while rehearsing her routine before going on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

A burlesque performer drinks a flute of champagne while rehearsing... Photo-4624399.62335 - Times Union

Image 27 of 36

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Burlesque performers prepare backstage at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624373.62335 - Times Union

Image 28 of 36

Burlesque performers rehearse before going on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque performers rehearse before going on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Burlesque performers rehearse before going on stage at the London... Photo-4624396.62335 - Times Union

Image 29 of 36

Burlesque artists leave the stage after their routine at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque artists leave the stage after their routine at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Burlesque artists leave the stage after their routine at the London... Photo-4624410.62335 - Times Union

Image 30 of 36

Burlesque artists spray champagne on the audience during their routine at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque artists spray champagne on the audience during their routine at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Burlesque artists spray champagne on the audience during their... Photo-4624409.62335 - Times Union

Image 31 of 36

Audience members gather at the bar during the show at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Audience members gather at the bar during the show at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Audience members gather at the bar during the show at the London... Photo-4624417.62335 - Times Union

Image 32 of 36

Burlesque artists gather at the bar after their performance at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Burlesque artists gather at the bar after their performance at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Burlesque artists gather at the bar after their performance at the... Photo-4624380.62335 - Times Union

Image 33 of 36

A burlesque performer stands at the bar during intermission at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque performer stands at the bar during intermission at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

A burlesque performer stands at the bar during intermission at the... Photo-4624381.62335 - Times Union

Image 34 of 36

Audience members gather at the bar during intermission at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

Audience members gather at the bar during intermission at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

Audience members gather at the bar during intermission at the... Photo-4624413.62335 - Times Union

Image 35 of 36

A tattoo of a pentagram adorns the shoulder of an audience member at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A tattoo of a pentagram adorns the shoulder of an audience member at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

A tattoo of a pentagram adorns the shoulder of an audience member... Photo-4624416.62335 - Times Union

Image 36 of 36

A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and diverse acts in burlesque. The burlesque phenomenon that appeared in New York and London soon after the turn of the century has since proven to be more than just a retro revival, with no shortage of artists or fans. less

A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque Festival, May 11, 2013, in London, England. Now in its 7th year, Chaz Royal's London Burlesque Festival showcases some of the most eclectic and ... more

Photo: Warrick Page, Getty Images

A burlesque artist performs on stage at the London Burlesque... Photo-4624391.62335 - Times Union